DFEH (DEPARTMENT OF FAIR AND EQUAL HOUSING)
The DFEH, or Department of Fair and Equal Housing, is a California government department designed to protect you, the California employee. Not only does the DFEH protect you from employment discrimination but also housing discrimination. DFEH receives and investigates discrimination complaints throughout California. As a California employee, you have the right to file such a complaint. An experienced employment attorney can walk you through the process.
If after the investigation and litigation process the DFEH determines that you have been the victim of discrimination, the following remedies are available:
- Back pay
- Hiring
- Promotion
- Reinstatement
- Out-of-pocket expenses
- Front pay
- Policy changes
- Training
- Reasonable accommodation
- Affirmative relief
- Actual damages, including damages for emotional distress
The experienced employment lawyers of Greenberg & Rudman LLP can answer your questions about discrimination and the DFEH. Our skilled legal team might be able to assist you in protecting your rights. Call the Law Offices of Greenberg & Rudman LLP at 1-800-252-9776 (1-800-ALAWPRO) NOW for a free consultation regarding your legal rights or visit us at our website at www.discriminationattorney.com.
